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June is Recreation and Parks Month Celebrate the benefits and values of recreation in everyday!

Live it Everyday!

Recreation and Parks Month is a national movement to increase awareness about the benefits and importance of recreation and parks and encourage citizens to become more active and engaged in their communities. The Charter for Recreation and Parks in Ontario states that everyone has the right to quality, accessible and inclusive recreation and parks services in their communities and the Recreation and Parks theme - Live it Everday! - promotes and supports that vision. 
 

Why celebration Recreation and Parks Month?

Recreation and Parks Month is an opportunity to:

• Highlight the great things that are already happening in parks, community centres, pools and open spaces in your community that enhance the quality of life for residents
• Educate citizens on the importance and benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social and environmental health
• Gain support from local decision makers by showcasing the contribution that recreation and parks makes to community vitality
• Embrace and participate in recreation and parks programs, services and facilities - Live it Everyday! 

June is Seniors' Month

How to be Involved

There are many ways to be involved in Recreation and Parks Month and join the national movement to celebrate the benefits and values of recreation and parks in your community. 
 

Become a 2011 JRPM Community Ambassador

It's easy to register online, as an individual ambassador or for your organization. Be the Champion for Recreation and Parks Month!

Officially proclaim Recreation and Parks Month

Have your municipal council proclaim Recreation and Parks Month. Sample proclamations are available here.
 

Promote Recreation and Parks Month in your materials

Full marketing materials are available FREE! Just visit the Recreation and Parks Month website to download logos, toolkits and more!

Hold a Passport Contest

Download a kids passport and use them with your camps and after school programs to encourage children to become more active and reconnect with nature. Kids who are more active outdoors are healthier, do better in school and have better self esteem!

Here is a list of the most recent resources that you can find to help you kick start your Recreation and Parks Month Celebrations!